March weather forecast
Alexander, IA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Alexander, is a wintry month, with an average temperature varying between 28.8°F (-1.8°C) and 42.6°F (5.9°C).

Temperature

The shift into March brings a noticeable increase in the average high-temperature, soaring from a freezing cold 27.1°F (-2.7°C) in February to an icy 42.6°F (5.9°C). Alexander experiences an average low-temperature of 28.8°F (-1.8°C) in month of March.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Alexander is 78%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 10.1 days. Throughout March, 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Alexander, there are 136.3 rainfall days, and 26.18" (665mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Alexander. In Alexander, during March, snow falls for 6.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.15" (80mm) of snow. In Alexander, during the entire year, snow falls for 44.7 days and aggregates up to 20.51" (521mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 6:03 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 7:39 pm CDT.
Note: On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from CST to CDT. Daylight Saving Time lasts until Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am; consequently, the time zone reverts from CDT to CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March is 5.8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in March translates into the following instructions:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is March in Alexander?

In Alexander, 42.6°F (5.9°C) is the average high-temperature and 28.8°F (-1.8°C) is the average low-temperature during March.

What is the average humidity in March in Alexander?

In March, the average relative humidity is 78%.

How much does it rain in Alexander in March?

In Alexander, during March, the rain falls for 10.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Alexander in March?

In March, in Alexander, Iowa, it is snowing for 6.9 days. Throughout March, 3.15" (80mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Alexander have in March?

The average day length in March in Alexander, Iowa, is 11h and 58min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Alexander?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 6:03 pm CST. On the last day of the month, in Alexander, Iowa, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 7:39 pm CDT.

When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in Alexander?

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Alexander, and the time zone changes from CST to CDT. DST ends Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am.

How long on average sun shines in March in Alexander?

In March, the average sunshine duration in Alexander is 5.8h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Alexander?

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Alexander?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in March
Alexander, IA

Average temperature in March - Alexander, IA
  • Average high temperature in March: 42.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 28.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.8°F).

Average pressure in March
Alexander, IA

Average pressure in March - Alexander, IA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.08"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Alexander, IA

Average wind speed in March - Alexander, IA
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.3mph).

Average humidity in March
Alexander, IA

Average humidity in March - Alexander, IA
  • Average humidity in March: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in March
Alexander, IA

Average rainfall in March - Alexander, IA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.57"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.98").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.98").

Average rainfall days in March
Alexander, IA

Average rainfall days in March - Alexander, IA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Alexander, IA

Average snowfall in March - Alexander, IA
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.15"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.94").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Alexander, IA

Average snowfall days in March - Alexander, IA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 6.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Alexander, IA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Alexander, IA
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in March
Alexander, IA

Average sunshine days in March - Alexander, IA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10 days).

Average UV index in March
Alexander, IA

Average UV index in March - Alexander, IA
  • Average UV index in March: 2

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Alexander, IA

Average cloud cover in March - Alexander, IA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 53

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 61).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in March
Alexander, IA

Average visibility in March - Alexander, IA
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, July and August (5mi).

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